It’s true - you don’t always need expensive fitness equipment to get fit. Body weight exercises - or those that only require using your own body weight to burn calories and strengthen muscles are gaining so much popularity as they are not only practical, but highly effective. And speaking of body weight exercises, planks are among the best to try
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Being obese may increase an individual’s chance of developing a brain tumour called a meningioma by 50 per cent - new research revealed. The study looked at the two most common types of brain tumours, meningioma and gliomas, which together account for about 70 per cent of cases among the 120 known types of brain tumours. Meningiomas arise from the
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Have you ever wished that you were happier, healthier, and fitter? Despite the frantic world we live, it is way possible to regain full control of your life, make healthy and better choices, and be happier. And for you to get to these, we’ve got some great tips for you. Make walking a daily habit. A daily walk is a simple habit that can dramatically
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A new study, which involved more than 15,000 people, found that a diet loaded with fruit, vegetables, beans and nuts and olive oil, and has less processed meat, could prevent the onset of depression. The findings, published in the journal BMC Medicine, suggest that people who eat more of foods high in omega-4 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals were less li
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We live in a very busy world. And like most people, you probably find yourself overwhelmed with so many things. And sometimes, we no longer have the drive to resist the challenges that life throws at us. Fortunately, there are several anxiety and stress-busting strategies that we can try. And no, they aren’t difficult to do. Sometimes, fighting anxiety
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UK researchers have found for the first time that drinking caffeinated beverages at night delays the internal circadian rhythm which signals our body to get ready for sleep and prepare to wake up. The study, carried out by researchers from University of Colorado Boulder and the Medical Research Council’s Laboratory of Molecular Biology in
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All of us feel sad from time to time. All of us experience negative thoughts from time to time as well. Human emotions are indeed complex in nature. One day we may find ourselves overjoyed, and the next day - emotionally tormented. But if unhappiness tends to rule our life, then there is emotional imbalance. We are who we think we are. Our personalities are
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A US study provides evidence that yoga may be beneficial for people suffering from arthritis. According to the researchers, practising this gentle form of exercise can actually alleviate pain and boost energy levels. More interestingly, the benefits still remain even after months after the classes ended. For the study, researchers at Johns Hopkins Universi
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Probiotics are good for you. And it’s not a hype. More and more studies attest to the amazing things these good bacteria can do not just to our gut but also to our brain. And talking about probiotics, you might think that yoghurt is only the food to eat. Well, you’re wrong. There are many other good source of probiotics. So the next time you feel
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Women who drink at least five units of alcohol or wine per day are more likely to hit the gym four or more times a week believing that doing so could cut the health risks associated to binge drinking - according to an independent survey conducted across the UK. The survey, entitled The Way We Drink Now, was backed by charities Alcohol Concern and Drink Wise
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